County Government Academy Fall Kick-Off 2018

Written by Alamance Webmaster on July 17, 2018. Posted in Announcements, Community, County Gov Academy, General News, Public Events.

Now Accepting Applications

Alamance County will kick-off the 2018 Fall County Government Academy on Tuesday, September 11th, 2018. The County Government Academy gives participants a behind the scenes look at the county’s responsibilities and the vital role that county government plays in the community. Join us in learning how your tax dollars are spent!

The academy will run for 10 consecutive Tuesdays from 6:00-8:30pm (the County Landfill session will start at 3:00pm-5:00pm) at various county departments starting on September 1th and will conclude on November 13th.

September 11th – Orientation, Clerk to the Board, County Manager, & Group Exercise
September 18th – County Manager, Human Resources, Elections & Group Exercise
September 25th – Public Safety: Sheriff’s Office, Jail Tour
October 2nd – Agricultural Services: Cooperative Extension & Soil & Water Conservation
October 9th – Human Services: Environmental Health, Public Health, and Social Services
October 16th – Developmental & Technical Services: Inspections, GIS, and Recreation & Parks
October 23rd – Emergency Services (Part 1): Emergency Management & Central Communications
October 30th – Emergency Services (Part 2): Fire Marshal & Emergency Medical Services
November 6th – Solid Waste Management (3:00-5:00pm)*
November 13th – Geographic Information System, Tax Administration, & Info Technology
November 19th – Meet & Greet w/ County Commissioners followed by Graduation/Recognition

Class size is limited and academy slots are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participants are asked to commit to attending every session.

Application forms are available online at: http://www.alamance-nc.com/countygovacademy. For more information, please call 336-570-4042 or email: tory.frink@alamance-nc.com.

MVP Southgate Project Community Open Houses

Written by Alamance Webmaster on June 18, 2018. Posted in Announcements, Community, General News, Public Events.

The MVP Southgate project is a proposed natural gas infrastructure system designed to transport clean-burning, affordable natural gas from the Marcellus and Utica regions to growing demand markets in central North Carolina. MVP Southgate will be developed, constructed, and owned by Mountain Valley Pipeline, LLC (Mountain Valley) – and as an interstate pipeline will be regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). PSNC Energy, a local distribution company, will utilize MVP Southgate as a diversified and reliable source of natural gas to serve its customers.

May 13-19 is North Carolina Hurricane Preparedness Week

Written by Alamance Webmaster on May 9, 2018. Posted in Announcements, Emergency Management, General News, Public Events, Public Safety.

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Alamance County Government

Contact: Debbie Hatfield, EM Coordinator Debbie.Hatfield@alamance-nc.com

Alamance County Urges Residents to Update Emergency Plans and Kits May 13-19 is North Carolina Hurricane Preparedness Week

Alamance County Emergency Management encourages residents to plan now for hurricanes by updating their emergency plans and supply kits. Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November.

“Tropical storms and hurricanes can devastate homes and communities,” Debbie Hatfield, Emergency Management Coordinator said. “No county is safe when it comes to severe winds, flooding and damage that these storms can bring. But, by planning ahead we can mitigate some of the damage and better prepare our communities.”

To encourage residents to prepare, Governor Roy Cooper has declared May 13-19 as Hurricane Preparedness Week. Alamance County residents should take this time to review and practice their emergency plans.

“Preparing now before hurricane season begins, could make all the difference,” said Hatfied. “Making sure your family knows what to do, where to go and who to contact when disaster strikes will give you the peace of mind needed to survive a storm.”

Alamance County Emergency Management urges Alamance County families and businesses to write down their plan and gather important documents, such as copy of driver’s license, insurance policies, medicals records, and bank account statements, and put them somewhere they can quickly access in case of emergency. Assemble an emergency supplies kit that includes enough non-perishable food and water to last each family member three to seven days.

Other essential items include:

First-aid kit
Weather radio and batteries
Prescription medicines
Sleeping bag or blankets
Changes of clothes
Hygiene items such as toothbrush, toothpaste, soap and deodorant
Cash
Pet supplies including food, water, bedding, leashes, muzzle and vaccination records

Make sure to review and update homeowners’ or renters’ insurance policies to ensure they include coverage for damage, natural disasters and flood insurance.

Alamance County residents should stay informed during severe weather by using a battery- powered radio for weather and evacuation information and should know evacuation routes in their community. When asked to evacuate, residents should leave the area immediately.

“Our County has come a long way in preparing for severe weather, but that doesn’t mean a storm won’t devastate our communities,” said Debbie Hatfield, “It only takes one storm to cause severe damage and planning ahead is the best way to prepare for the dangerous threats hurricane and tropical storms bring.”

More information on hurricanes and overall emergency preparedness can be found on the ReadyNC mobile app and online at www.ReadyNC.org.

Stepping Up Day of Action – May 16, 2018

Written by Alamance Webmaster on May 8, 2018. Posted in Announcements, General News, Public Events, Stepping Up.

May 16, 2018–12:15 pm-1:00 pm

Historic Depot–Downtown Burlington

200 S. Main Street, Burlington, NC

Please join us in celebrating two years of The Stepping Up Initiative as we raise awareness about our efforts to reduce the number of people with mental illness in jail—a national crisis.

Special Program to begin promptly at 12:15 p.m.

Kody Kinsley, Deputy Director of NC Division of MH/DD/SAS and Kurtis Taylor, Executive Director of Alcohol/Drug Council of NC—as well as other community leaders will be on hand to share what efforts are underway.

For more information, please contact Michelle Mills, Alamance County PIO Michelle.Mills@alamance-nc.com.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Rabies Vaccination Clinic for Dogs and Cats Planned for May 12, 2018

Written by Alamance Webmaster on May 7, 2018. Posted in Announcements, Community, Environmental Health, General News, Health, Public Events.

Rabies Vaccination Clinic for Dogs and Cats Planned for May 12, 2018
Health officials urge residents to keep their pets up-to-date on rabies vaccinations

BURLINGTON – The Alamance County Health Department will be hosting a rabies vaccination clinic on May 12th from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Environmental Health Office located at 209 N. Graham-Hopedale Road in Burlington.
The cost of the rabies shot at the clinic will be $5.00 per pet. Pet owners attending the vaccination clinic are reminded to keep dogs on leashes and cats in carriers.

“The best way to protect your pet from rabies is by vaccinating them,” states Environmental Health Director Terri Craver. “State law requires pet owners to stay up-to-date on rabies vaccinations and this clinic is one way to comply with the law at a low-cost.”
To date, there have been no confirmed cases of rabies in 2018 for Alamance County. In 2017, there were three confirmed rabies cases in the county. For more information or questions about rabies control, vaccination requirements, or upcoming clinics, contact the health department’s Environmental Health office at (336) 570-6367.

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Alamance Creek Week March 17-24

Written by Alamance Webmaster on March 16, 2018. Posted in Announcements, Community, General News, Planning, Public Events, Recreation.

Alamance Creek Week is from March 17-24 and includes events sponsored by various local governments and private organizations. You can learn more about Alamance Creek Week at the event’s official website: http://www.alamancecreekweek.org

Summer Fun and Safe Kids Expo – March 17, 2018

Written by Alamance Webmaster on March 15, 2018. Posted in Announcements, Community, General News, Health, Public Events, Public Safety, Recreation.

Summer Fun & Safe Kids Expo

Saturday, March 17th

11am-2pm

Come join Safe Kids for a day full of fun & games. Bike Safety Rodeo, Jr. Fire Fighter Challenge, Pedestrian, Home, Water & Motor Vehicle Safety all located in the parking lot adjacent to Dunham’s Sports. Operation Medicine Drop Drive Thru will run 11am-2pm. Special Appearances by Sparky the Fire Dog, Chucky the Chipmunk, McGruff the Crime Dog & more!

Then come inside for more Health & Safety vendors as well as summer programming including Camps, Classes, Tutoring & more. Face Painting provided by GatFaces, Arts & Crafts provided by Alamance Arts & Painted Grape.

Demonstrations will be located at the Stage behind the Information Desk

Burlington Academy of Dance & Arts 11:15am

Skillz 4 Kidz Martial Arts at 11:45am

Mascot Dance Party 12:15pm

Story Time “Inky the Whale” 12:45pm

Lee’s White Tiger at 1:15pm

FREE to All Ages! Visit www.summerandsafety.com for more information.

County Government Academy Spring 2018 Now Accepting Applications

Written by Alamance Webmaster on February 2, 2018. Posted in Announcements, Community, County Gov Academy, County News, General News, Public Events.

Alamance County is now accepting applications for its upcoming Spring 2018 County Government Academy. The academy is free and will run for 10 consecutive Tuesdays from 6:00-8:30pm (the County Landfill session will start at 3:00pm-5:00pm) at various county departments starting on March 13^th and will conclude on May 15^th.

The County Government Academy helps participants understand the county’s responsibilities and the vital role that county government plays in the community.

Participants must be Alamance County residents. Members serving on board-appointed advisory boards/committees are encouraged to sign-up. Class size is limited and academy slots are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participants are asked to commit to attending every session.

The application is available online at: http://www.alamance-nc.com/county101/sign-up/ . For more information, please call 336-570-4042 or email: tory.frink@alamance-nc.com .

Cardinal Innovations Nominating Committee to Meet Thursday

Written by Alamance Webmaster on December 12, 2017. Posted in Announcements, Boards and Committees, Commissioners, Community, General News, Public Events.

RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services and the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners will convene a meeting of the Nominating Committee for Cardinal Innovations with representatives from the 20 Cardinal counties on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 9 a.m. At this meeting, the Nominating Committee will review the applicants and select board members for Cardinal Innovations that represent the counties, while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

What:
Meeting of the Nominating Committee for Cardinal Innovations

When:
Thursday, Dec.14, 9 a.m.

Where:
Alamance County Offices Annex Building
201 West Elm St.
Graham, NC, 27253

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Local Officials Take part in Advanced Applied Technology Center Ribbon Cutting

Written by Alamance Webmaster on October 6, 2017. Posted in Alamance Community College, Announcements, Commissioners, Community, County Manager, General News, Public Events.

On October 6, 2017, at the Carrington Scott Campus of Alamance Community College, hundreds gathered for the dedication and ribbon cutting of the new Advanced Applied Technology Center.

The center’s purpose is to prepare students for 21st-century careers in fields that will remain local, are in high demand, and pay good wages. The center’s focus includes technology-driven fields such as AC / heating and refrigeration, automotive systems, computer integrated machining, mechatronics engineering, and welding. The center’s funding came from many sources, including private and public funds.

Local officials attending and participating in the event include Representative Mark Walker, State Senator Rick Gunn, State Representative Stephen Ross, Commissioners Chairman Eddie Boswell, Vice Chairman William Lashley, Commissioner Amy Scott Galey, and County Manager Bryan Hagood.